Semi-Oceanfront, Dog Friendly Home with Pool, & Hot Tub - Vacation rental home in Rodanthe, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1944 square feet

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - South Shore Dr. - Visualize a vacation home with a short walk to the beach, a relaxing location on a peaceful cul-de-sac ideal for families, and all the amenities you'll need for a great vacation, you'll have SOUTH SHORE DREAMS.

Take a dip in the private pool or appreciate a break from the waves in the dreamy hot tub. Inside, step up to the second level from the entry, and you'll be greeted with 3 bedrooms. Two master bedrooms, one queen and one king, each with TV/DVD, are found on this level. The king master bathroom also features a Jacuzzi tub. The third has a double bed and accesses the full hall bath. A half level up is a convenient half bath and a bedroom with two bunk beds. The top level offers ocean and sound vistas galore from the broad great room. Curl up in front of the TV/DVD and savor oceanview dining in the dining area or on the screened porch. Head up to the loft and enjoy ocean vistas. Once you've started the day with an ocean sunrise and ended it with a sound sunset, you'll really feel like your SOUTH SHORE DREAMS have been fulfilled.

New for 2023: NEW OWNERS of South Shore Dreams are making tons of appealing updates for 2023! Bed configuration refreshed to include 1 king, 2 queen, and 2 bunk beds! New great room furnishings and area rug. New deck and pool furnishings. Foosball table replacing the ping pong table in the loft. New linens throughout. New basketball goal. New toilets throughout. New lighting fixtures and ceiling fans in the great room and dining room. New vanities in two bathrooms. New wallpaper in bedrooms. New LVP floor in two bathrooms. Bathtub and shower refinishing throughout. Fresh interior paint on walls and kitchen cabinets. Updated coastal décor.

(2 masters) 1 king, 1 queen, 1 queen, 2 sets of bunk beds
Full linens including sheets (with beds made), bath towels, hand towels, washcloths supplied May 17 - August 29, 2025. Additional linens and towels available for rent.

Non-smoking
5 TVs
DVD players
Foosball table
Screened porch with furnishings
Grille - charcoal
Fish cleaning table with water and lights
Outdoor shower
Jacuzzi
$250 of Beach Gear Supplied (arrivals May 24 - August 30, 2025)
Electronic keyless door lock
WiFi
14' x 28' Private swimming pool (Open March 29 - October 31, 2025; heat available)
6-Person hot tub
Pillows and blankets
Welcome bag
Dog friendly

*Please note that this property has a pool that can be heated for $600. Pool heaters, when pool heat is purchased, are set to 80 degrees, but pool temperature cannot be guaranteed.

Dogs are welcome for a fee of $200/dog/week.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the weekly dog fee is already supplied in your booking summary when selecting 'Yes' to family pets. The $200 weekly fee will apply for each additional dog.

This property is managed by Surf or Sound Realty.

More payment options available after booking.

Vacation Rental Protection Plan: This required non-returnable $95 plan covers accidental damage within the home with a coverage limit of $3,000. It does not cover theft or willful misconduct. You must notify Surf or Sound Realty of any damage that occurs during your occupancy or this coverage will be void. Coverage is effective at time of check-in and ends at time of check-out.

More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

*You will be required to sign an additional lease agreement upon making a booking, which will be sent to your e-mail. You will not be able to check in until we have received your signature electronically. Please contact us directly if you do not receive this agreement.

About the Area

Located in Rodanthe, this vacation home is on the beach. Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum and Studio 12 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rodanthe Pier and Ocean Air Sports. Hatteras Island Boardsports and Avon Fishing Pier are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the perfect rental experience:

When to visit Rodanthe & When to reserve a Hatteras rental home:

• In the Hatteras area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental property up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Summer time is high season in Rodanthe. To get the best value, try changing your trip dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies frequently offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, management companies supply Hatteras area travel guides which often include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Hatteras area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

How to choose and book the perfect Hatteras rental home:

• Begin by selecting a vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Semi-Oceanfront, Dog Friendly Home with Pool, & Hot Tub has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property owner before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or could be applied to your contract.
• Visiting for a single event? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your smartphone.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• To make sure damages are not attributed to your stay, make a record of any problem areas when you arrive. text the property manager right away to record any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed everything on check-out day. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a great vacation? Many rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your property and/or property manager was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was out of order and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.